Senior HR Business Partner

Kaiser Aluminum Warrick has been on the path of innovation, embracing the latest technologies for almost 60 years! We have revolutionized the industry and lead the way in the development of sustainable aluminum products the you use every day for food and drinks. Our people are the bedrock for our operations. Along with their dedication to excellence and integrity, our people are drivers of continuous improvement who build on new ideas while flourishing within our growing business. We provide opportunities for you to think outside the box and bring creative and progressive solutions to our operations. Our passion for inclusion, diversity and equity is a value at the core of our organization and people. Are you ready to start your journey with us and be the future of Kaiser Warrick Aluminum?
Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality. Our secret is what we put into it-innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and a world-class commitment to customer service. In short, the same qualities we look for in our people. We are looking for a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to join Kaiser Aluminum Warrick Operations in Newburgh, Indiana. This role is crucial in developing HR strategies, policies and programs that support organizational goals and objectives.

What's in it for you

To support our teams and their families beyond the workplace, we provide an outstanding benefits package effective day one of employment.

• Competitive compensation and healthcare
• 401K options that begin vesting day 1
• First-rate vacation opportunity for valuable work-life balance
• Relocation assistance for new team members

What you will work on:

• Ensures compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations through appropriate guidance, policies and procedures.
• Act as a liaison between employer and employee to resolve employee and labor relations matters.
• Manage complex employee and labor relations issues to resolution, conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations related to workplace matters.
• Partner with departmental leadership to problem solve employee relations issues, change management, and employee training.
• Effectively handle employee concerns and/or grievances and escalate these concerns when necessary.
• Consult with business leaders on findings and/or recommendations regarding employee and labor relations matters; coach managers and serve as a sounding board on people-related decisions; mitigate risks.
• Provide timely and efficient responses to day-to-day human resources matters from employees and managers.
• Analyze trends and metrics to provide innovative solutions as required.
• Leverages key partners in HR (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Labor Relations, Corporate HR and Learning & Development) to bring resolution to complex employee and talent related issues and ensures consistency in program framework and implementation.
• Provides direction and support to all levels of management, particularly in employee engagement, change management, and leadership development.
• Participate in various HR projects as assigned.

About you:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field
• 8 years progressive human resources experience
• 3 plus years' experience in manufacturing, heavy industry or metals experience
• 3 plus years' experience in workforce planning
• 3 plus years' experience working with a Union workforce
• Experience with HRIS tools like ADP, Workday or SAP
• Performance management experience
• Demonstrated track record of influencing and advising leaders at all levels
• Experience in measurement/ analytics (data collection, analysis, and interpretation) to support fact-based, predictive decision making.
• Previous success in influencing without direct authority and leading large scale, site-wide people initiatives
• Demonstrated success managing multiple priorities simultaneously - orientated on driving results
• PHR or SPHR Certification preferred

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.

Kaiser Aluminum encourages applications from women, people of diverse backgrounds and those with different skills and life experiences. Kaiser is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.